- particle even
- in a conditional clause; indicates the only thing needed (if) only; just; as long as
- besides; on top of that; what's more
さえ
even
Also a form of
Meanings
In sentences
挨拶さえしなかった。 He didn't even say hello. #10317752
雪さえ降らなければね! As long as it doesn't snow! #142016
彼は彼女を殴りさえした。 He went so far as to hit her. #100812
名前さえ言わないつもり? Aren't you even going to tell me your name? #10135988
天気さえ良ければ行きます。 I will go, provided the weather is clear. #125134
ただ待ってさえいればいい。 All you have to do is to wait. #177667